City Football Group managing director of global football Brian Marwood said on mancity.com: “In a short period of time, Daniel has developed into one of Australia’s brightest young stars and has demonstrated the drive and raw talent required for success at the highest level.

“This pathway was first forged by Aaron Mooy just two years ago, and we are all delighted to see another Australian-grown talent make this move.

“The combination of City Football Group’s global football structure and the world-leading City Football Academy facilities create an environment in which this pathway can become well-trodden.”

Mooy moved to England in June 2016, spending the 2016-17 season on loan at Huddersfield before completing a permanent transfer to the Terriers last summer for a fee which could rise to £10m.